Adjusting the Throttle
Cable*
A properly adjusted throttle cable is
the precondition for correct
operation in the full throttle, starting
throttle and idle positions.
Adjust the throttle cable only after
the unit is fully assembled.
:
Use a suitable tool to push the slide
to the bottom of the slot (see
illustration).
*
see "Guide to Using this Manual"
BT 120 C
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2
:
Press down the trigger interlock (1)
and squeeze the throttle trigger (2)
(full throttle) – this sets the throttle
cable correctly.
English / USA
Fuel
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline and the STIHL two-
stroke engine oil at a mix ratio of 50:1.
Your two-stroke engine requires a
mixture of high-quality gasoline and
quality two-stroke air cooled engine oil.
Use mid-grade unleaded gasoline with a
minimum octane rating of 89 (R+M/2). If
the octane rating of the mid-grade
gasoline in your area is lower, use
premium unleaded fuel.
Fuel with a lower octane rating may
increase engine temperatures. This, in
turn, increases the risk of piston seizure
and damage to the engine.
The chemical composition of the fuel is
also important. Some fuel additives not
only detrimentally affect elastomers
(carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel
lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and
catalytic converters as well. This could
cause running problems or even
damage the engine. For this reason
STIHL recommends that you use only
nationally recognized high-quality
unleaded gasoline!
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